Events

March 2, 2007 to March 11, 2007

Miami International Film Festival

From the MIFF site:
The MIAMI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (MIFF) brings the best of world cinema to South Florida and plays a leading role in maintaining and further enriching its film culture. MIFF uses the unique geographical and cultural position of Miami to be a premiere venue for the exhibition of international and US films, with a special focus on Ibero-American cinema. Both juried and audience awards are given in Documentary and Dramatic categories.

More than 67,000 people attended the Festival in 2006. In addition, more than 300 filmmakers, producers, talent, and industry representatives from around the world attended the 2006 Festival to introduce their work to Miami audiences and industry professionals. During the last four years, under the direction of Nicole Guillemet, the Festival has presented films from more than 50 countries, including 200 East Coast, US, and world premieres, scores of Oscar winners and nominees, and many international prizewinners.

Festival Information: http://www.miamifilmfestival.com/

March 9, 2007 to March 18, 2007

South by Southwest (SXSW)

The SXSW FILM CONFERENCE AND FESTIVAL emphasizes on all aspects of the art and business of independent filmmaking. The Festival has gained international acclaim for the quality of its programming with a special focus on emerging talents who bask in being included in the company of the cinematic greats whose work is regularly presented. The SXSW Film Conference will take place March 9 – 13, 2007. The SXSW Film Festival runs from March 9 – 17, 2007.

Festival Details: http://2007.sxsw.com/